Developer Guide
Thank you for your interest in contributing to Open Source Judaism! We believe the future of Jewish life is built together — one shared resource at a time.
This guide will help you prepare your toolkit (SDK) for submission so it’s easy for others to explore, adapt, and build on.
🧰 What Is an SDK?
A Synagogue Development Kit (SDK) is a modular resource for Jewish communal life. It might be:
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A lesson plan or curriculum outline
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A prayer service guide or kavannot collection
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A lifecycle ritual playbook
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A leadership or volunteer training manual
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An engagement strategy with tools and templates
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A holiday guide or family activity bundle
If it’s practical, purposeful, and rooted in Jewish values — it likely belongs here.
✅ What to Include in Your Submission
Each SDK should contain:
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Title – Clear and concise (e.g. Shabbat in the Park Playbook)
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Short Description (2–3 sentences) – What is it? Who is it for? Why is it useful?
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Category Tags – Choose from: Prayer, Education, Engagement, Leadership, Innovation, Lifecycle, Holidays, Justice, Youth, Family, Digital/Hybrid
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Main Resource File(s) – PDF, Google Doc, or folder with templates, worksheets, slides, etc.
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How to Use It – 1–2 paragraphs describing how a user might implement, adapt, or remix the kit
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Attribution – Your name, title/role, and optional org (or keep anonymous)
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License – We recommend a Creative Commons license (e.g. CC BY or CC BY-SA) to keep it open and remixable. (Learn more about license types here.)
💡 Tips for Great Submissions
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Keep it modular: Think LEGO blocks, not IKEA instructions.
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Add context: A short “How We Used This” paragraph makes it much more usable.
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Make it editable: Google Docs and Canva templates are ideal for remixing.
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Use clear file names: e.g. ShabbatFamilyToolkit_Overview.pdf or TeenEngagement_ActivityCards.docx
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Include visuals (optional): Photos, graphics, or sample outputs help others see what’s possible.
🙏 Our Tone & Ethos
This project is built on:
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Respect for each contributor’s voice and background
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Generosity in sharing what we’ve built
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Creativity in how we remix and adapt
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Covenantal trust that we are co-creating something bigger than any one of us
If your submission reflects those values, you’re in the right place.
🔗 How to Submit
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Review this guide and prepare your materials
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Upload your files or include shareable links
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Look for your kit in the Library within 1–2 weeks
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Want to discuss or refine your kit first? Join our Discord Community